Elon University Vice President and Dean of Students Smith Jackson said the arrest occurred before noon Sunday in the campus.

Jackson said Elon Campus police were waiting for Alexis Gray, of Holland, Pa., after they were alerted by her former boyfriend, an Elon student. Officers said the Elon student were contacted by Gray's parents that she was on her way to Elon and they were concerned for her well-being.

Jackson said Gray was arrested at Danieley Center on felony charges of possession of a firearm on campus. Campus police said Gray may be charged with other crimes and has been permanently banned from the Elon campus.

In a letter to students, faculty and staff, Jackson said, "This serious situation is an example of quick thinking and responsible actions by a number of people. The young woman's parents reached out to the Elon student, who in turn notified Campus Police immediately about the situation."